Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2020
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  1. Kimchigood
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    This is a masterpiece. Every song on this album has me floored. In awe of BTS.
  2. Cherry_Bloom13
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This is different! This is fresh! Every song is just different from each other! Every track has it own personality!
  3. rocio1
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    It¨s the best album i have ever heard. All his songs are great, there is always some song that you don¨t like in some album but this isn¨t the case, they re all very good.
  4. Shp467
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    The different genres, feel ,the variety, everything just blew my mind..Their songs speaks to everyone if ppl just give up the prejudices
  5. solacidic
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Apart from the 20th track, On ft. Sia (which is bad because of Sia so it’s not BTS’s fault), this album greatly showcases how versatile BTS are both as individual artists and as a band. Their capacity to be so in tune with their own vibes while still being able to work so well as a group is something that is rare and should be cherished. MOTS7 encompasses many genres of music, displayingApart from the 20th track, On ft. Sia (which is bad because of Sia so it’s not BTS’s fault), this album greatly showcases how versatile BTS are both as individual artists and as a band. Their capacity to be so in tune with their own vibes while still being able to work so well as a group is something that is rare and should be cherished. MOTS7 encompasses many genres of music, displaying pop, rock, hip hop, trap, R&B and EDM influences, which makes the album so fluid to listen to, probably their most multifaceted album so far. Performance wise, BTS have brought a new scale to music/dance performances with this album, with Black Swan, On (the kinetic manifesto), Dionysus, Boy with Luv…It really is too bad that covid stopped them from performing these to a live audience in stadiums. The MVs have also been well thought out and the artistry is at a whole new peak. If you look closely, you can see the shift in MV and performance quality in mainstream music ever since BTS brought something so refreshing to the table. It is only natural other artists try to be as efficient and creative, they can only feel inspired by their pairs.… Expand
  6. sxlkth
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    todo el álbum es perfecto, sus solos igual, además de estar inspirado en un libro, amo.
  7. h4n
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    There is not a single skip on this album. Its a masterpiece. BTS’s lyrical prowess is incredibly impressive and each member brings their own unique touch and undeniable charisma to full group tracks, unit songs and solo work. Amazing.
  8. soulvmns
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best album ever!! its full of lyrical masterpieces and fantastic visuals. the production of the album is outstanding. can't wait for the next album!!… Expand
  9. Ansh9430
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's such a good album ...there is no skip in this album I can listen Map of the soul anytime anywhere… Expand
  10. alanamoreira
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    it's my favorite album of BTS after BE and it just gave me this mix of emotions which is hard to fell with music nowadays, but BTS are the only artist who can make me feel excited and comforted and happy and all kind of emotions in a single album. To ON to WAB: The eternal... I cried so much haha, I think one of my favorites is UGH, actually I can't choose, all are so especial to me, I'mit's my favorite album of BTS after BE and it just gave me this mix of emotions which is hard to fell with music nowadays, but BTS are the only artist who can make me feel excited and comforted and happy and all kind of emotions in a single album. To ON to WAB: The eternal... I cried so much haha, I think one of my favorites is UGH, actually I can't choose, all are so especial to me, I'm so happy I found BTS this year and they're amazing work, it really changed my life.… Expand
  11. ruhinaaz
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    The range ,the genres every song is handpicked and tells a story ,sung well with exquisite details . Written in a very crafty way , the raps ,the melodies ..very in-depth... harmonious and entertaining
  12. Lulu02
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Map of the Soul 7 is one of their best albums to date. With the variety within the album and the production behind it, BTS outdid themselves with this release. ON is such a powerful anthem that really sets the tone for the album, adding their global collab with Halsey (Boy with Luv) and adding ballads such as Jamais Vu, Zero O'Clock and We are Bulletproof: the Eternal make it a rollercoaster of a ride. They also included solos within the album that really makes the members shine both individuals, as a group and as separate units (e.g. respect - RM & Suga, Jamais Vu - Jin, Jungkook & Jhope, Friends - V and Jimin.) It was an album made for the stage and showed how BTS has matured and grown both musically and as a group overall.… Expand
  13. Tzuyu_JH
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of all time, all them songs are a masterpiece, each solo song is so different and unique. Thank you BTS for this great work… Expand
  14. yoonies
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    best album of 2020 and black swan is a lyrical masterpiece biggest band in the world
  15. iM4nechis
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Such an iconic and unforgettable album. They displayed their musical and artistic versatility in such an amazing way through their vocals, genres, techniques, everything! I would really recommend this album to anyone with an open mind who wants to listen to the best artists in the world right now. Great album.
  16. hannahyu
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    This is a top tier album the concept of this album always leaves me shocked the lyrics the hidden meaning of their tracks it's really so good it deserves more than 10 actually
  17. lsisl
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    one of the best albums ever in the korean music industry, the members of bts have envolved on the creation of this album, you can find many genres in this album, has amazing songs such as black swan. A very memorable album from BTS.
  18. BESTMusicq
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    We can see the different facets of each member of the South Korean group BTS. Songs where they express their own brilliance both as a group and as an individual.
  19. michelerenee73
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Lyrics, music, artistry! They can do it all! They have so many great songs on this album.
  20. Malinowa017
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite albums. Has a lot of great songs. My favorite song is dionysus, black swan, filter, ugh and louder the bombs
  21. LuckyCat
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Such a good album. Spawned so many hits and timeless bobs. No wonder that even the b-sides have so many streams
  22. k_katerina
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    This album has so many masterpieces . Every song has a different beautiful meaning . I totally recommend it
  23. bluenuvole
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Probably, one of the best albums I ever heard. I love the versatility of the genres, it's refreshing to have so many different sounds in one album and all of them fitting perfectly together.
  24. Lucifer987
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    We can call it as an album of the century.Songs of different genres.Loved it
  25. LynnDixie
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Surely a great album. The best album that got me through the beginning of lockdown.… Expand
  26. RllyMyHope
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Amazing from beginning till the end shout-out to the rap line solo songs, great rhythm and flow and inspiring, reflecting lyrics
  27. Sarah79
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is the best album ever produced bestest of all ..the music the songs the lyrics the mvs Oh my god it's so so so amazing fell in love with this album after listening to Black Swan
    A true masterpiece
  28. damienkaji
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    cudowny album. Jeden z pierwszych jakie kupiłem. BTS zawsze potrafią mnie zaszkoczyć
  29. PD77
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Where do I even begin? This album is truly transcending and in my view, has something for everyone and for every moment or feeling. It's hard to pick a favourite BTS album, but if I were forced to part with my most treasured TinyTan merch aka the elusive purple whale, I'd pick this as my favourite.
  30. InaMori
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Ni siquiera en el instituto me ponían un mínimo de palabras pero bueno, este album es muy bueno, totalmente recomendable. Ojalá tener pasta pronto para poder comprarme todas las versiones
  31. koikooky
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    sooo many bangers on this album fr. for example, some of my faves: dionysis, shadow, black swan, filter, my time, louder than bombs, on, ugh, friends, and moon
  32. Serendipity0929
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album with all my heart ! This album simply put is a MASTERPIECE! Every single track on this album is amazing!! This will forever be on my top 5 for this is the album where “Louder than Bombs” was born and will forever be cherished ! … Expand
  33. nandaholive
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Map Of the soul is one of the albums that I consider as a favorite for the complexity it brings not only from its lyrics but also from the history of its name. After Map of the Soul Persona, its sequel 7 featured an individual side of each member on an album with over 18 songs and the title track Interlude Shadow. BTS brings together a sequel to finish a tireless search for their idealsMap Of the soul is one of the albums that I consider as a favorite for the complexity it brings not only from its lyrics but also from the history of its name. After Map of the Soul Persona, its sequel 7 featured an individual side of each member on an album with over 18 songs and the title track Interlude Shadow. BTS brings together a sequel to finish a tireless search for their ideals through their minimalist and well thought out work. With critiques of hateful thoughts, the individual sides bring a contrast to each title, and also present the classic Black Swan with modern features and a stunning visual concept. Also, still on the solo sides, sub units are presented showing each point of BTS and how they work together and also individually.… Expand
  34. AnnaliRch
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Ai ai minha relação de amor e ódio com esse album...
    As faixas impecaveis, letras perfeitas, conceito muito bom POREM o fato da empresa ter pego dois albuns e transformado em um me faz achar ele um pouco bagunçado e incoeso em alguns pontos. Fora que acho a apelação emocional que ele traz exagerada, mas nada disso diminui o fato de que as musicas em si são impecáveis,
  35. hyokooks4ever
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Every song just got better and better, expected nothing less from bts! Don’t judge before you listen!
  36. claravxn
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    perfeito amo muito esse álbum louder than bombs uma das melhores muito otima as musicas solo tb tudo perfeito amo
  37. berkeakawwh
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    one of the best kpop albums of all time literally no skips
    moon is the best song
  38. Mari134
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tan solo Black Swan merece un grammy, On es una obra maestra tambien. Disfrute Moon y Lourder Than Bombs. Muy bueno… Expand
  39. Su134340
    Sep 25, 2022
    10
    Read the lyrics to understand that this is not just any album! Just inlove with Black swan and the whole album.
  40. BtsUncle
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This is actually a map of the soul of Earth. Ava Max thinks she’s more talented than BTS, but she could never produce such high quality content. Her new album diamonds and dance floors goes to show how reductive she is, and she can’t even stream BTS from a urinal.
  41. Seraseri
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    I have no word for this album. fantastic, spectacular, amazing, astonishing, outstanding, phenomenal, astounding album of BTS. The best album that BTS had ever released. It deserves the highest score of all time. The message, the lyrics, the performances, the concept, the tracks, the diversity of the genre, everything is well planned and well executed. My most favorite BTS' album.
  42. Patipjjk
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Uno de sus mejores álbumes, me encanta, en especial We are bulletproof: the eternal
  43. ipurpleyoubtsx
    May 21, 2023
    10
    A must listen to album with great songs. BTS show case their talents in this awesome album
  44. JJNP
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Banger!!! No other words to describe this album. Its a non skip album with full bangers. Filter, My Time and Louder than Bombs will take you to heaven.
  45. Gabirn
    Apr 18, 2023
    10
    Incrível como BTS sempre acerta, uma maravilha de variedade musical, letras profundas, mensagens importantes, carinho...tudo junto com coesão...Os haters se contorcem!!!!
  46. cpddl
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    What an incredible album! Approaching Carl Jung's psychology, this album is a deep reflection on feelings and life. They showed us the darker sides of fame, its shadows and its fears. And musically they dance between different rhythms that takes us on an inexplicable and wonderful journey.
  47. Mijure
    May 2, 2023
    10
    Realmente un álbum maravilloso, con muchas canciones interesantes. Muy bien logrado
  48. Jasmine64
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    Their best pop album, I am glad they are ending the trilogy on a good note, they really did well, my favourite is persona, louder than bomb
  49. Anybycr_13
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    This is literally my favorite album right now, the songs are beautiful and well done! They are true artists!
  50. MusicMatters
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    An ambitious album with greater insights to the inner workings of the band. A truly genre agnostic offering but nothing feels Out of place. I would have jettisoned the Persona tracks except for the intro but otherwise it’s almost pop perfection.
    My standouts:
    Interlude Shadow
    ON
    UGH
    Louder Than Bombs
    Zero Oclock
  51. shadowfootchild
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    The only reason I am not giving this album a perfect 10 is that I believe this group has room to grow even more. This album is cohesive in a way that some of their previous releases have not achieved. While their songs have always been excellent, with some exceptional standouts, their albums have not always been consistently put together in a way that makes sense. This one definitelyThe only reason I am not giving this album a perfect 10 is that I believe this group has room to grow even more. This album is cohesive in a way that some of their previous releases have not achieved. While their songs have always been excellent, with some exceptional standouts, their albums have not always been consistently put together in a way that makes sense. This one definitely takes a step forward toward a fully realized narrative in the album composition and the order of the songs.… Expand
  52. Kikakaoki
    Feb 23, 2020
    9
    Wow. This album is better than Tear for sure. Black Swan and My Time have the best production on the album. I think ON is their first mainly performance-oriented title track since Not Today. The bridge is insane. I personally happy to see such song as UGH. It has very strong lyrics, along with Zero o'clock Black Swan and Inner Child. My fav track is Friends.
  53. tomvnicius
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    Coming from a small company to being one of the biggest artists in the world, bts did it again, a new album with a smart choice of songs and melodys, breaking worldwide records. The songs are very different from one another, with their own unique touch of beatiful and thoughtful lyrics
  54. alessonlameira
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    O álbum é muito bom, bem produzido, instrumental e vocalmente, é possível ver o toque e a personalidade de cada membro do grupo nas canções solo e units, é um álbum com uma certa profundidade, contando a história de lutas do grupo, mas também é divertido e pop de maneira esperta e despretensiosa. Entra pro grupo dos melhores produzidos por eles, junto com Wings e Love Yourself: Tear.
  55. ourendlesseason
    Feb 23, 2020
    9
    I BTS non si fermano e anche in quest'album si fanno sentire forte e chiaro: si stanno evolvendo, stanno maturando e con essi la loro musica. Uno stile completamente diverso da quelli da loro proposti negli altri album, cosa molto apprezzabile. I vari stili e sound a cui si ispirano e l'uso della distorsione della voce mi hanno lasciata senza parole. Cambiano anche i testi e leI BTS non si fermano e anche in quest'album si fanno sentire forte e chiaro: si stanno evolvendo, stanno maturando e con essi la loro musica. Uno stile completamente diverso da quelli da loro proposti negli altri album, cosa molto apprezzabile. I vari stili e sound a cui si ispirano e l'uso della distorsione della voce mi hanno lasciata senza parole. Cambiano anche i testi e le riflessioni: volevano creare un'album che richiudesse questi 7 anni come musicisti e ci sono riusciti.
    Unica cosa che non ho apprezzato è l'inserimento delle canzoni di PERSONA nell'album: a livello musicale non vedo bene questa unione. Ma è una semplice opinione.    … Expand
  56. billBUB
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    great album, i love how each new track flows to the second. Love how they blended instrumentals, how many layers you can uncover with the second listen. the only critical note, i don't think sia version necessary nor including persona tracks.
  57. Minie
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love when you are so hyped with ugh and then zero oclock comes on and messes your whole mood… Expand
  58. NicKa
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    Listening to the album in order is an experience. Starting off with Persona's introspection, and finishing off with the serotonin-filled Ego left me emotional. Each solo song from each member brings a unique style into the mix but doesn't make the album lose its feeling of cohesiveness nor does it detract from the story it tells.
  59. AMusix
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    Album très intimiste. Le spectrum d'exploitation de différents genres musicaux est impressionnant. L'approche le passé rencontre le futur avec des samples de leurs chansons de début de carrières très intéressant.
  60. RUL82
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think that this album really showed their growth as artists. It’s a bit more mature but not as dark as it seems.each member has a story to tell about their experience of fame and the the hardships they endure while becoming international record breaking super stars. My personal favourite is “UGH” by The BTS Rap line (RM,J-Hope, and SUGA) in this song they diss their haters by comparing them to upper class people who look down on those who do not conform to society’s norms .Those people make the “ugh” noise when look down on others. This song is kind of like another way of calling people who don’t understand/ like them “boomers “ . The beat from this song goes HARD and so does their flow and genius word play.this song is quite different from the others on the album which have a softer more cheerful vibe. This album has many genres like trap, pop hiphop and many more and it manages to make them all work . Great job BTS … Expand
  61. daniileon13
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    is a powerful album some songs more that others, i personally think the sia collaboration is bad, but the bts works are really improved so much all this years, the instrumentals are AMAZING the mix hip hop, pop and some many others rhythms in this albums that is crazy
  62. flowertic
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    Tirando a merda de jamais vu, não tenho do que reclamar do álbum. Adorei as batidas e as letras, cada faixa se destacando em relação ao membro que participou dela.
  63. Meemion
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is a self reflection to their past 7 years beautifully crafted with the sleek production and Carl Jung's concepts of Ego and Shadow. Interlude: Shadow, Black Swan, Louder than bombs, ON talks about their struggles as artists and with their art giving introspective view and solo tracks like "Friends" talking about their friendship throughout the 7 years, "Moon" about relationship between them And BTS army. "Inner child" is about making peace with your younger self which also drives back to Jung's work.. "My time" is albout the group's youngest member who was a trainee since 13 years old and reflects back on himself as artist and as an individual throughout that time. "Filter" is Jimin's different take on himself with a Latin poppish vibe to the song . Ugh! is a powerful rap song directing towards those who throw their unnecessary malicious anger towards others. It rebels against this typical social construct.
    Zero'clock means rebirth and is a comforting song to those who are buried in the hustle of life and want to breathe a little. "We are bulletproof: eternal" is a soft ballad with how they have finally come towards making peace with themselves after all these 7 years along with their fans. "Outro Ego"is about combining your ego self with shadow and persona and trusting yourself and accepting all parts of you."Respect" is another powerful rap song criticizing social stereotyoes of "respect"    … Expand
  64. rj_xx
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    A great album! Some of the songs may take me some time to fully appreciate but overall it's very deep, this project explores the environment of these 7 artist from their debut year until recent. There are still so many lines to decipher. I know, slowly-but surely, this album will be running towards the peak rank of my list of favorite albums from them.
  65. priskafa
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    As continuation from 'Love Yourself' trilogy, this time they delves deeper as musician & artist, but also as human. They invite their audiences to find the map of our soul based on Jung's psychological theories, take the messages, and reflect. The album's production is so cohesive and well put together with diverse genre, shows how their music has matured and grow these past 7 years. AllAs continuation from 'Love Yourself' trilogy, this time they delves deeper as musician & artist, but also as human. They invite their audiences to find the map of our soul based on Jung's psychological theories, take the messages, and reflect. The album's production is so cohesive and well put together with diverse genre, shows how their music has matured and grow these past 7 years. All of the members involved in every creative process, making this album more versatile, sentimental, introspective, and well-thought.… Expand
  66. ughgoods
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    This has to be their best, most high-quality album ever. The production on each track is amazing. The 10 month wait for this album was extremely worth-it. I would rate each new song an average of 90-98, though there are 3 songs that would get an 86-89, but only because of preference. BTS did an amazing job and I’m very proud of this project.
  67. LeticiaSB
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    I really like this album, it's not my favorite of the group but I think it is bc my personal taste. The lyrics are gold, you can feel that they are talking about their pass years as members of the group, about their friendship, their struggles, themselves. And You can connect with it even if you aren't a musican/dancer/artist
    My favorites : Inner child, My time, ON, Persona, Shadow, louder    I really like this album, it's not my favorite of the group but I think it is bc my personal taste. The lyrics are gold, you can feel that they are talking about their pass years as members of the group, about their friendship, their struggles, themselves. And You can connect with it even if you aren't a musican/dancer/artist
    My favorites : Inner child, My time, ON, Persona, Shadow, louder than bombs, UGH and Black Swan
    Not liked: Filter    … Expand
  68. Minaphoria
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    I loved ittttttttt, most of the songs are soooo good, i can say that this is their best album so far
  69. jangmi
    Feb 25, 2020
    9
    I think this entire album feels like a love letter to themselves and their music.

    They talk about their struggles, but without painting the whole album as a melancholy induceded album, they talk about it but in a way that makes us all humans who are bound to struggle and overcome these obstacles with our own way. There are moments when they call out their haters, but there are moments    I think this entire album feels like a love letter to themselves and their music.

    They talk about their struggles, but without painting the whole album as a melancholy induceded album, they talk about it but in a way that makes us all humans who are bound to struggle and overcome these obstacles with our own way. There are moments when they call out their haters, but there are moments where they profess their love for the friendship they built inside the group.

    Some of the things that made me a little disappointed with the album were the amount of lyrics in English, but that's soemthing we can put aside because with the brilliance of their diction and playful manner with words it almost goes by unnoticed.

    I really enjoy how they managed to showcase a bunch of geners and still make a cohesive album, even if some tracks weren't my favorite (some of the solos) I know why they were placed on the album.

    For me this was a great step forward from the pop-y mainstream generic made for the american market that was MOTS: Persona. The time it took for it to be released was worth it.    … Expand
  70. GAK920326
    Feb 25, 2020
    9
    Being their fan relatively new since LY:Her release, I find it very interesting to see how the group's musical sensibility evolves for the past few years. MOTS:7 feels the most intimate, personal yet retrospective. There is a sense of BTS finally accepting all the past and embracing them right, which is exactly their core message for this album. The group's ability to cross and blur genresBeing their fan relatively new since LY:Her release, I find it very interesting to see how the group's musical sensibility evolves for the past few years. MOTS:7 feels the most intimate, personal yet retrospective. There is a sense of BTS finally accepting all the past and embracing them right, which is exactly their core message for this album. The group's ability to cross and blur genres (as SUGA identified "BTS style") is also what makes them special. While some tracks need few more listens to be fond of, MOTS:7 is ultimately a beautiful tapestry of BTS' seven years of journey, and deserves all the praise. Additionally, their commitment to take interpretation of art crossing different mediums is also commendable, making them an important cultural influence in this ever-evolving global stage.… Expand
  71. Fma86
    Mar 4, 2020
    9
    A well balance album that showcase BTS as a group and individual artist. They are showing how versatile they are as artist and their willingness to venture into new genre.
  72. Mobrizi
    Apr 4, 2021
    9
    MOS 7 trouxe o melhor de uma carreira que brinca com o streaming e o lúdico com batidas que elevam os passos das coreografias a um nível que só a capacitação de artistas altamente disciplinados e compromissados com seu público poderiam entregar.
  73. Lynntae
    May 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What more precious than personalized stories written sincerely by each of the members in the group.… Expand
  74. tomboyi
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Conheci o BTS esse ano, e realmente os cara não passam despercebidos. Esse é o primeiro álbum deles que escuto inteiro e não posso deixar de destacar a track "Black Swan", a dança e a letra tudo parece se encaixar perfeitamente e quando você menos percebe ta escutando pela décima vez!
  75. Jamilaandrea224
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    Siempre me ha gustado que BTS no tenga miedo de combinar distintos géneros en un álbum, así que este último realmente lo disfruté. Las letras esta vez no se enfocaron en algo que tuviese un gran impacto general, sino que contaron los problemas que enfrentaron como artistas durante estos 7 años. La producción también es muy buena, quizá la mejor de todos sus álbumes.
  76. marlofasia
    Aug 29, 2020
    9
    For a non-English album, BTS delivered one of the strongest Korean Pop albums worldwide. Accompanying the poppy dance-music sounds are the raw and emotional lyrics that are mostly written by the members themselves. Overall, it is a solid body of work from the Korean superstars.
  77. Ivannabelhid
    Aug 30, 2020
    9
    Inédito, increíble el sonido es fascinante y te hace vibrar con energía. Simplemente me hace tomar las riendas de cada camino, a como también me hace sentir que puedo tomar el mundo en mi mano.
    Increíble álbum.
  78. Kayc
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of their best albums. The group shows their venture into different genres successfully. The lyrics and messages in each of their songs take you on a journey and make playing the album in one go effortless. There are several songs that hooked me in and are on heavy rotation even right now but make no mistake, every song is in my go to playlist except for the ON remix. Black swan, outside of it’s beautiful choreography is so enjoyable to listen to. It has lyrics that I have found myself relating to and sing along to now. Once you delve into the lyrics, you realize they are sharing their fear of losing their love for their art, which is music. This would be akin to dying for any kind of artist. They convey their struggle of trying to survive and keep that love alive. ON is an ode to their debut and a earlier release about keeping to ones dreams. I also enjoyed the solo tracks the members did with my favorites being Shadow and my time and the group songs outside of the previously released ones are of course We are Bulletproof: The Eternal, black swan, louder than bombs and the unit song I enjoyed the most was UGH!, if you’re into a harder hype rap song, this one’s for you. The point I took off was because I feel that the remix of ON with sia was unnecessary as her voice was integrated into the song in a meaningful way. The placement of the remix also took away from the play through of the album and it did let me down as it’s the last song, this should have been We are Bulletproof: The Eternal. Overall it doesn’t take away too much from the absolute joy I get from the album, just becomes a skip. I highly recommend checking this out if you’re new to BTS.… Expand
  79. dustlikesnow
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    Map of the Soul 7 is like a musical journey from start to finish. From Persona (trying to figure out who they are) then progressing to Shadow (the dark side to fame) then in the end, Ego (where they come to term with themselves), every song is fitting yet still wonderfully unique! My personal favorite is Black Swan, where they have this fear of losing the passion for music. It makes meMap of the Soul 7 is like a musical journey from start to finish. From Persona (trying to figure out who they are) then progressing to Shadow (the dark side to fame) then in the end, Ego (where they come to term with themselves), every song is fitting yet still wonderfully unique! My personal favorite is Black Swan, where they have this fear of losing the passion for music. It makes me wish that the orchestral version is available in the album too but the song itself is beautiful. So, definitely look into the lyrics and the message of the album as a whole!… Expand
  80. arjaycl
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    Map of the Soul 7 is by far BTS' most lyrically and musically best on their vast discography next to Love Yourself Tear. The album continues its promise on exploring the Jung psychology including Persona, Shadow, and Ego delving on the profound state of the mind. Its single, Black Swan, is probably the best track exploring the concept of losing passion as first death. ON, its title trackMap of the Soul 7 is by far BTS' most lyrically and musically best on their vast discography next to Love Yourself Tear. The album continues its promise on exploring the Jung psychology including Persona, Shadow, and Ego delving on the profound state of the mind. Its single, Black Swan, is probably the best track exploring the concept of losing passion as first death. ON, its title track is an anthem of fighting on. The b-sides are as good, especially Moon, which is named as the 5th best boy group song by Rolling Stone.… Expand
  81. Teresia1999
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    The album design really pretty and valueable following the songs in the album are so beautiful.
  82. Jumongs
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I felt their sincerity and vulnerability in this album. Having different types of genre—from pop, slow dance, trap, ballad, hiphop where they made it to a point to transcend their message in a engaging way is a thing that is hard to find nowadays. I also believe BTS are successful because they always try to be different and explore a lot of things that will lead them going out of their comfort zone; and it has been prosperous.… Expand
  83. frogsinawell
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    This album has varied genres of songs that relay different emotions as well as the story and journey of the members. The songs are mostly sentimental and meaningful and evoke some sad emotions. The themes explored and lyrics are universal.
  84. aliarach
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    The album is great. Nowadays, the concept of entire album is less important, but they stick to the traditional concept to make a great album with a concept and stories to tell as a whole. It makes the album feel so meaningful, warm and relate to the listener. Not so many people are listening album from the intro to outro, but I really enjoy it from the beginning to the end. Black swan isThe album is great. Nowadays, the concept of entire album is less important, but they stick to the traditional concept to make a great album with a concept and stories to tell as a whole. It makes the album feel so meaningful, warm and relate to the listener. Not so many people are listening album from the intro to outro, but I really enjoy it from the beginning to the end. Black swan is my favorite, I think its the best song of BTS that ever created.… Expand
  85. YazVivas8
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    Each song tells a story, not only with the lyrics but the music too. Black Swan is my favorite one.
  86. christiak_m
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    A full-length album by the South Korean powerhouse, BTS. The tracks artistically showed the ability of the group to cover various genres while they talk about their journey as artists themselves. Sonically, this album caters to all, and lyrically a genius creati9n of relatable stories.
  87. Borahaaeee
    Oct 6, 2020
    9
    This album consisting masterpiece. Every songs, and dance, and every performances from this album are meaningful, energetic, and proper for the hard times like now. BTS is the biggest Korean boy group and soon to be the greatest Boy group in the world. They have loyal fandom called ARMY and from ARMY they got all the power to make a good music and energetic performances. All the best for BTS!
  88. josie95
    Oct 14, 2020
    9
    What a diverse compilation of songs! MOTS:7 is one of BTS' most personal albums yet, with so many stories and messages that reflect their own lives and growth both as guys in their 20s and artists. A very candid look at where they are NOW. So, so proud of the boys for this album. It's amazing, but I expect nothing less from BTS!
  89. Peyt
    Jul 7, 2021
    9
    I love this album. It has songs that surely be your favorite. For me, I love the whole track especially, ON and Louder than Bombs
  90. Ashikthecritic
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    Aside From 1 Or 2 Songs The Album Is Very Good.
    Very Poetic . The Production , Vocals, Rapping All Were Pretty Good
  91. lilyaa111
    Mar 19, 2022
    9
    most people giving this album a bad rating probably only listened to one of the songs or none at all and decided to rate the album based off their perception of the group rather than the music itself. while BTS might be overrated, the songs on this album are beautiful, Black Swan and On stay to be some of the best songs they’ve put out and UGH! which is sang by the rappers of the group ismost people giving this album a bad rating probably only listened to one of the songs or none at all and decided to rate the album based off their perception of the group rather than the music itself. while BTS might be overrated, the songs on this album are beautiful, Black Swan and On stay to be some of the best songs they’ve put out and UGH! which is sang by the rappers of the group is unique with its loud sounds and rapping. Although, I didn’t really like Boy With Luv.… Expand
  92. Dantex_
    Feb 21, 2020
    8
    Despite some mistakes as in my opinion the title track should be black swan I liked the album
  93. Liihpqp
    Feb 21, 2020
    8
    Era pra estar surpresa com as perfeição que é esse álbum??? Simplesmente a coisa mais magnífica
  94. Alelalelse
    Mar 6, 2020
    8
    Good sooooooooooooooooo good Mmh Mh gnxmgxmg. Mh Mh Mh Mh Mh mgxgx vjnnvjbklpbhjnbgbkkbj
  95. gggail
    Oct 28, 2020
    8
    Map of the soul 7 is a joyful listening experience, and it is an experience. You feel the whole range of emotions, joyful elation at the beginning, ebbing into ruminating melancholy as you approach the pinnacle of the album 'Black Swan'; from there you move towards an overwhelming feeling of hope and loss and happiness in a beautiful mix of reflective, personal songs. This album does soMap of the soul 7 is a joyful listening experience, and it is an experience. You feel the whole range of emotions, joyful elation at the beginning, ebbing into ruminating melancholy as you approach the pinnacle of the album 'Black Swan'; from there you move towards an overwhelming feeling of hope and loss and happiness in a beautiful mix of reflective, personal songs. This album does so much right, well produced, intriguingly layered, the lyricism is equal to some of the best songs released to date; and the sound design is full without overflowing. There where certain moments that took my breath away; Yoongi's Interlude: Shadow explored the dark side of fame and popularity in a grimy, dark and intricate track, whilst the title track ON explored a new sound I never expected, distinct, upbeat: it is an anthem. As much as I think each individual song is good, the weaknesses come with the amount in this album, around halfway it becomes distinctly more 'typical' in terms of 'boy group pop.' From Zero O'clock forward the album moves away from exploring something new and into exploring the past, both lyrically and in terms of sound. Sadly although highly personal songs clearly aimed towards opening up to fans where all distinct and deep, it lost me. This album is perhaps four or five songs to long and the inclusion of the previous EP was perhaps unnecessary. In the end this album leaves you feeling complete, it is a wonderful edition to an already excellent discography. Yes, it has its flaws but nothing that leaves you discontent simply the addition of a few to many (well made but) unnecessary songs.… Expand
  96. LeylaStonem
    Jan 2, 2021
    8
    I love this album, they put so much pasion on this new album.
  97. ceonee
    Feb 22, 2020
    7
    this album is very progressed and much more an in-sink/intake to what you could expect from them, but I feel like they lacked on the singles that had singing in it, but as an army, I really liked this, but I had and STILL HAVE high expectations for bangtan. yes, we had some mainstream pop songs in the album, but I feel like the groove, or the mainstream pop I heard from them was slightlythis album is very progressed and much more an in-sink/intake to what you could expect from them, but I feel like they lacked on the singles that had singing in it, but as an army, I really liked this, but I had and STILL HAVE high expectations for bangtan. yes, we had some mainstream pop songs in the album, but I feel like the groove, or the mainstream pop I heard from them was slightly falling off though. still, an amazing album, just not really getting me at the groove factor I needed.… Expand
  98. marietrotski
    Feb 26, 2020
    7
    An easy to enjoy, not even boring, and a hype-me-up-doing-my-thing track list.

    I appreciate BTS attempts to join up concepts, genres, instruments, and meta-music (such as diverse and large groups of people involved) in the production. Those are worth-following process. Most of the tracks are greatly polished and meeting market demand, not to mention to be performed at the upcoming    An easy to enjoy, not even boring, and a hype-me-up-doing-my-thing track list.

    I appreciate BTS attempts to join up concepts, genres, instruments, and meta-music (such as diverse and large groups of people involved) in the production. Those are worth-following process. Most of the tracks are greatly polished and meeting market demand, not to mention to be performed at the upcoming stadium concert. However, although I love each beautifully-made tracks, there are at least 2 things bother me about this whole-ness of the album.

    The first is by how the message draws out through the entire album, in which feeling too positivistic. Yes, the message is "to face your shadow and acclaim your individuality". But that one single message is repeated on and on through out the tracks. If only 'Black Swan' and 'Interlude: Shadow' did not have that a glimpse lyrics of "sweet cause-effect promises", they two will serve better as the album's abyss, and work as a contrasting point.

    That brings me to the second thing. I wonder why they chopped the sequence of tracks in a "logical" classification. As a result, it brought me to a clear distinction 1/3 of Persona part, and the rest 2/3 is heavier on the struggle-to-the-shadow narratives -past self and conflicts also shadow too, right?-. If they mix the tracks a bit, putting up Dionysus and Jamai Vu at the second-third part, and maybe we can have that dynamic "cinematic-like experience" of the album.

    However, like I stated above, the tracks are beyond expectation. It is hard to point one favorite. I like their old-school 'Ugh' as big as '00:00'. 'Intro: Persona', 'Interlude: Shadow', and 'Outro: Ego' each have strong character, polishing each individuality of the rap line. To that, V's lyric in 'Inner Child' and Jin's in 'Moon' both tries to possess it, but in my opinion, still not really emerge in terms of musicality. But if we listen to 'Louder than Bombs', 'On', and 'Black Swan', I still hope I can witness for the evolving musicality of vocal-line in the future.

    By the way, somewhere in the past I've comment on BTS aesthetics. Recent Commentary Film provided by Hitman Bang "Dialogue" also dig-up about it, in which brings me back to Bang PD's speech on late 2019 (or early 2020?) award speech, and his interview with TIME magazine (2019). Bang PD highlights BTS's stance on social issues, which arguably, have been the main resource of BTS aesthetic production. We still remember old 'N.O', 'Spring Day', 'Fire', 'Run', etc. In the MOTS:7, if we think about those Bang PD speech, interview, RM and Jin speeches... an ARMY or two can relate 'UGH' and 'Respect' that serves social critique to malicious comments that brought two K-idols tragically pass-away. Yet, international media most probably not aware of that. As a result, most media criticize the album as to more into self-inward. It's OK, it still match with psychological concept at the background, yet, considering how social-issues are one great pillar of mozaic-of-identity of BTS aesthetics, I hope them and BigHit at large would address this significantly, especially since they are desiring Grammy as a bonus.

    On the last note, overall, I enjoy every tracks in this album. Thank you BTS for this easy to enjoy, not even boring, and a track list hype me up doing my thing. I give 7 to the score; RM's lucky number and his desired score, as I believe BTS will keep evolving better and better. Let's see. :)    … Expand
  99. sehun
    Feb 29, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. not even as good as b sides from previous album , dark and wild, wings and young forever still the best… Expand
  100. taevlit
    Mar 4, 2020
    7
    Not their best album to date. It is a bit of a mixed bag for me. But I did find myself enjoying track such as 'Inner Child', 'Moon' and head bopping 'Outro : Ego'.
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  1. The New York Times
    Mar 4, 2020
    70
    As a whole, the strong but not particularly unruly “7” is less sure-footed than “Love Yourself: Tear,” the group’s last full-length, from 2018, and the first K-pop album to debut atop the Billboard album chart.
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  2. Variety
    Feb 27, 2020
    92
    Taut and primal, “MOTS: 7” is a kind of self-referential homage. ... Each get solo turns to shine here, their collective work is what stands out.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Feb 25, 2020
    63
    Persona lacked the natural fluidity and chicness of their best music. Those problems aren’t exactly mitigated here, since most of those songs appear on this album too, but within this new context, they feel like a flashback before the saga continues. Many of the new songs are better about balancing Easter eggs for day-ones with new entry points for more casual listeners.
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